Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
exceedingly-rare
adjective
/ɪkˈsiːdɪŋli rɛər/
Definition
In a manner that goes beyond the normal or expected, typically referring to something that is very uncommon or infrequently encountered.
Examples
- Finding a four-leaf clover is exceedingly rare.
- The museum displayed an exceedingly rare collection of ancient coins.
- It is exceedingly rare to see a lunar eclipse happen at the same time as a solar eclipse.
Meaning
The term describes something that is exceptionally rare or not often found, emphasizing the unusual nature of the subject.
Synonyms
- extremely uncommon
- exceptionally rare
- remarkably scarce
